The Digest:
Renowned Juju music legend Ahuja Bello, born Ismaila Dele Bello, passed away on August 25, 2025, just a day after celebrating his 83rd birthday. His son, Adetunji Bello, confirmed the news. The late musician was a significant figure in Nigeria’s 70s and 80s music scene.
Key Points:
- Ahuja Bello was born on August 24, 1942, in Iseyin, Oyo State.
- He rose to fame as a Juju singer, guitarist, and band leader during the 1970s and 1980s.
- Bello founded Ahuja Bello and His Golden Eagles Band in 1976, shaping Juju music's landscape.
- His iconic hits include Awa ti Danfo and Ariya ti de.
- In 1979, he recorded Ahuja in London, where he met global stars like Bob Marley.
- Despite a 1982 accident disrupting his career, his legacy as a pioneer in Juju music remains strong.
- Ahuja Bello passed away just after marking his 83rd birthday on August 24.
Ahuja Bello’s passing marks the end of an era for Nigeria’s Juju music scene, but his contributions continue to resonate through the hearts of his fans.
Sources: Daily Post Nigeria
